Mapping Virginia: From the Age of Exploration to the Civil War
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| Rating | : | 4.17 (781 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 081393267X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 392 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2017-11-13 |
| Language | : | English |
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Moving from the years preceding Jamestown to the dawn of the postbellum era, Mapping Virginia represents the most comprehensive available selection of printed maps from Virginia’s first three hundred years. These qualities are on display in hundreds of illustrations, over half of which are in color.Written for the general reader as well as the map connoisseur, Mapping Virginia demonstrates the remarkable process by which Virginia gradually, magically revealed its form to the collective mind.Published for the Library at the Mariners' Museum in association with the Virginia Cartographical Society. Not surprisingly, it possesses a fascinating cartographical heritage. Beginning with the first, tentative renderings of the mid-Atlantic coast in the sixteenth century, the book provides a detailed listing of the vast majority of the printed maps canvassing Virginia before 1830. (Note: The limited deluxe edition of Mapping Virginia has sold out.)As one of the chief gateways to the earliest exploration and settlement of the North American continent, Virginia was the subject of much imaginative thought and practical scrutiny. As a result, the three centuries of maps collected here reflect an evolving idea of
"Recommended for Anyone Interested in Mid Atlantic US Maps" according to William C Allen. "Mapping Virginia" covers printed maps of "Old Virginia " and "New Virginia" produced from 15Recommended for Anyone Interested in Mid Atlantic US Maps William C Allen "Mapping Virginia" covers printed maps of "Old Virginia " and "New Virginia" produced from 1540 through the 19th century. With 301 color plates of individual maps, the book is destined to become a reference for collectors of antique maps of the mid-Atlantic region. For collectors, this book provides . 0 through the 19th century. With Recommended for Anyone Interested in Mid Atlantic US Maps "Mapping Virginia" covers printed maps of "Old Virginia " and "New Virginia" produced from 15Recommended for Anyone Interested in Mid Atlantic US Maps William C Allen "Mapping Virginia" covers printed maps of "Old Virginia " and "New Virginia" produced from 1540 through the 19th century. With 301 color plates of individual maps, the book is destined to become a reference for collectors of antique maps of the mid-Atlantic region. For collectors, this book provides . 0 through the 19th century. With 301 color plates of individual maps, the book is destined to become a reference for collectors of antique maps of the mid-Atlantic region. For collectors, this book provides . 01 color plates of individual maps, the book is destined to become a reference for collectors of antique maps of the mid-Atlantic region. For collectors, this book provides . The text alone is worth the price of admission I was curious whether or not this book would be superfluous to the excellent book Virginia in Maps by McKee & Stephenson (2000). It certainly is not. Mr. Wooldridge combines a wonderful writing style with an unparalleled knowledge of Virginia history and superb illustrations of a comprehensive collec. A treasure! This book is comprehensive, literate, and the maps are produced well. I have been through the book once and will be going back to i again and again. A wonderful resource and filled with new and interesting information.
(Albemarle Magazine)A volume of beautifully reproduced, full-color maps accompanied by commentary that empowers the general reader to explore the 'idea of Virginia' and the evolution of its boundaries. Mapping Virginia provides a richly illustrated, comprehensive, and insightful view of how mapmakers perceived Virginia and how their vision changed over time to influence the cultural identity of the birthplace of our nation. More than presenting a history of Virginia's borders, Wooldridge analyzes and explores each map's underlying message to uncover a comprehensive and captivating story. His treatment is revelatory and unique. VERDICT This fascinating and lavish volume will appeal to map mavens everywhere as well as collectors of Virginiana. (Henry G. Forty years later, he has assembled an unusual collection of more than 300 maps for a beautiful book 'Mapping Virg
Wooldridge has served as president of the John Marshall Foundation and of the Norfolk Historical Society and as chair of the map support group of the Library of Virginia.. William C